Search - Jack Johnson - A Weekend At The Greek & Live In Japan [2 DVD] on DVD

GREAT!

J. Lopez | Miami, FL USA | 08/18/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"What else can we saw from J.J...

excelent DVD...amazing show and perfect 2nd DVD... is a must have.."

A casual DVD

Andy | L.A. | 12/24/2005

(3 out of 5 stars)

"I missed one of Jack's concert as they were all sold out, looking to find something to experience what his concerts might be like. Unfortunately, this DVD has the potential, but falls short. For example the narrative keeps talking about some of these experiences, as Jack enjoys the crowd singling along. However, you don't get to hear them sing, only very loud cheering which often overshadows Jack's music. Again, in the narrative, other band members briefly notes how Jack might passionate about the song & approach, but they don't actually discuss it, nor let the audience experience it. Essentially, the DVD talks the talk, but fails to show the walk. The first DVD's footage does not capture the feeling of Jack's music,



The Japan version(2nd DVD), has a better editing & art direction in that you can hear the music, the energy is better captured, but unfortunately the footage is more random in that it shifts focus by jumping from concert to concert with each new song as well as being on the shorter side (40 min).



I get the impression that this DVD is more designed for the people who were at the event, and provides a more documentary means than what others are expecting. By no means is this a horrible DVD, as it still is enjoyable, but it can prove to be frustrating in that the crowd's cheering overshadows the music. Jack's fan are not likely to be disappointed,, as I'm one myself, however, the replay factor is severely lacking, thus the value of this purchase can be somewhat questionable. The footage provided promising, but it could benefit from better/more editing. If you can rent this, borrow it, or acquire it on sale, as this DVD is worth viewing Once. But for those of us who want to see what his concert is about will have to keep waiting, as this is not the experience that you're looking for.

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